Restaurant Sous Chef- Omaha

Ho-Chunk, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match and vesting

Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time

Quarterly incentive program

Job summary

WarHorse Gaming Omaha seeks a Restaurant Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef in leading daily kitchen operations and ensuring top-quality, safe, and beautifully presented menu items.

You will provide hands-on leadership to the culinary team, manage daily kitchen activities, assist with cost controls, and help create an exceptional dining experience for every guest.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 19 years of age.
• Associate degree in Culinary Arts or related field preferred; equivalent education/experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 5 years of kitchen experience, including at least 2 years in supervisory/leadership role.
• Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and team-development skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Thorough knowledge of food preparation techniques, kitchen equipment, sanitation practices, and food safety standards.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to effectively lead and perform in a fast-paced, high-volume culinary environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to food quality, consistency, and exceptional guest service.

Responsibilities

• Assists Executive Chef with day-to-day kitchen operations, including task delegation and supervision of culinary staff.
• Ensures all menu items are prepared according to recipes, specifications, and presentation standards.
• Monitors food quality, freshness, portion control, and consistency.
• Collaborates with Executive Chef on menu development and large-party catering.
• Trains, coaches, and develops culinary team members; provides ongoing direction.
• Assists with scheduling, performance management, and staff development.
• Ensures compliance with food handling, sanitation, health, and safety standards.
• Oversees inventory, ordering, receiving, storage, and rotation of food and supplies.
• Contributes to food and labor cost controls, including menu costing and waste reduction.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization in kitchen and prep areas; uses POS/inventory systems for records.
• Provides exceptional guest service and maintains professional appearance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team development

Time management

Food safety

Culinary techniques

Education

Associate degree in Culinary Arts

Job description

Restaurant Sous Chef

WarHorse Gaming Omaha

Summary Description

The Restaurant Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef in leading daily kitchen operations while ensuring all menu items are prepared and presented to the highest standards of quality, consistency, and food safety. This position provides hands‑on leadership to the culinary team, coordinates daily kitchen operations, assists with cost and inventory controls, and helps create an exceptional dining experience for every guest.

Compensation

Pay: Based on experience

This position is currently listed as a day or swing shift; however, the schedule is subject to change based on business needs at the time of hire and throughout employment. Candidates must be flexible and available to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Essential Job Functions / Duties

• Practices, supports, and maintains the Mission, Vision, and Values of WarHorse Gaming, LLC.
• Assists the Executive Chef with the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, including task delegation and supervision of culinary team members.
• Ensures food is prepared according to established recipes, specifications, portion requirements, and presentation standards.
• Monitors food quality, consistency, freshness, and portion control.
• Collaborates with the Executive Chef on menu development, including specialty menus and large-party offerings.
• Trains, coaches, develops, and provides ongoing direction to culinary team members.
• Assists with employee scheduling, performance management, and staff development.
• Ensures compliance with food handling, sanitation, health, and safety standards.
• Oversees inventory, ordering, receiving, storage, and rotation of food products and kitchen supplies.
• Assists with food and labor cost controls, including menu costing and waste reduction.
• Maintains cleanliness, organization, and operational readiness throughout kitchen and food preparation areas.
• Utilizes POS and inventory systems to track products and maintain accurate records.
• Provides exceptional guest service and maintains a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Attends required meetings, training sessions, and departmental activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Specifications

• Must be at least 19 years of age .
• Associate degree in Culinary Arts or a related field preferred; equivalent education and/or relevant experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 5 years of kitchen experience , including at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role .
• Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and team-development skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Thorough knowledge of food preparation techniques, kitchen equipment, sanitation practices, and food safety standards.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to effectively lead and perform in a fast-paced, high-volume culinary environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to food quality, consistency, and exceptional guest service.

Certifications & Licensing

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Nebraska Gaming License .
• ServSafe Certification required.
• Food Handler Certification required.
• TIPS Alcohol Certification required.

Work Environment & Schedule

This position operates in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment and requires the ability to work a flexible schedule based on operational needs, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits

WarHorse Gaming offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Quarterly incentive program

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Ho-Chunk, Inc. / WarHorse Gaming is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Preference may be extended to persons of Native American descent in accordance with applicable laws.